Israel election deadlock leaves Netanyahu without majority

Israel’s recent election produced a stalemate, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc falling short of the 61 seats required for a majority, Times of India reported.

What is the current seat distribution?

Netanyahu’s alliance did not reach the 61‑seat benchmark, and Arab‑led parties control 19 seats in the Knesset, according to Times of India.

Which options could resolve the deadlock?

CNN outlines four possible paths: forming a unity government, securing defections from the opposition, calling another election, or pursuing other coalition arrangements.

Can opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot build a coalition?

Eisenkot may try to enlist the 19 Arab‑led seats, but deep ideological divides make such a partnership difficult, Times of India noted.